I think The Big Island of Hawaii is a sleeper on all of your lists! Locals enjoy property tax breaks, most remote location from pop centers anywhere on the planet, needless to say great hunting and fishing opportunities. Just saying-18k Rio Grande turkeys living on the island can’t be wrong...
I grew up in a town in Northern Michigan that was similar to what you describe. And I have the same urgings to go back. Unfortunately, when I go back to visit family the small town feel is long gone.
Not sure where in WA you were from but Eastern WA still has a few of those places left-fairly...
Lots of history in Sheridan and near areas. Many famous Indian battles (battlefields-Little Bighorn, Chief Red Cloud massacre of the US Army, Lonesome Dove/Virginia City and all that great history for the kids). Many famous trout rivers within striking distance. Sheridan is maybe a little out of...
I have a Tikka t3 in 300wsm with a laminate stock which I love—fits into a pack sabber nicely. The laminate stock makes this a smooth accurate elk rifle. It comes in at 9 lbs. Not bad for hiking trails into drainages. But I found it is awkward and a bit heavy climbing mountains in pursuit of...
Oops-posted without content-I was just going to add that you guys should look at single break action rifles. They are light and can be broken down in your pack without losing accuracy. Check out CVAs Scout line which has excellent short accurate barrels and good reputation. You can cut your...